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Leland Cunningham
American astronomer (1904-1989) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 85
Leland Erskin Cunningham was an American astronomer and discoverer of minor planets. In a career spanning 50 years, he became an authority on orbit theory and on precise measurements of the orbits of comets, planets, satellites, and space probes.
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He was also an early authority on electronic digital computers and assisted in their construction and use in orbit calculations.
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1904 to 1989 · aged 85
